Resources - Waitangi

We have selected topics that are relevant to what is onsite at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, including Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi. Each topic features a carefully selected set of national and international resources, including websites, images, videos, books and more, to support and inspire inquiry.

Anzac

Events around Anzac Day, as well as the formation of the ANZACs, and how the Gallipoli campaign became culturally significant for New Zealand and Australian societies.

Colonial Life in New Zealand

1769-1914; includes European discovery of New Zealand, contact with Māori, New Zealand wars, Pākehā colonisation, social life, economy, politics and major events of the time.

Famous Explorers

The age of exploration, and voyaging, famous explorers, and Kupe’s discovery of New Zealand.

Famous New Zealanders

Famous New Zealanders, heroes, inventors, scientists, singers, writers, sportsmen, sportswomen, musicians and artists.

First Encounters

First meetings between Polynesian cultures (particularly Māori) and European explorers.

Heroes and Superheroes

Bravery and achievements in war, peace, sport, science and community, including heroes such as Dame Whina Cooper and Sir Āpirana Ngata.

History of Wellington

The Māori myth behind Poneke and its landmarks, like the Beehive and Te Papa, as well as historical events.

Immigration to Aotearoa

Starting with the arrival of Māori, explore migrants, refugees, journeys, transport and what has made New Zealand a popular migrant nation.

Māori Heroes

Mythical Māori heroes like Maui, and Kupe, famous warriors like Willie Apiata and Hōne Heke, historical figures like Princess Te Puea and Sir Āpirana Ngata.

Educational Resources

The Treaty in English and Māori

Petition about lawlessness

He Whakaputanga - Declaration of Independence

People

What Really Happened at Waitangi?

National Library of New Zealand Resources